unwillingness; (physics) opposition to magnetic flux (analogous to electric resistance)
She expressed reluctance about attending the formal dinner event.
Vocabulary like reluctance appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
say no; refuse to accept or acknowledge
comeback; a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
make young again; cause (a stream or river) to erode, as by an uplift of the land
be at ease; become less tense, rest, or take one's ease
banish; refer to another person for decision or judgment
saved item; an antiquity that has survived from the distant past
give up; part with a possession or right
enjoy; derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in